Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon
1892
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1892
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Casts from Antique Sculpture: The Parthenon is a 1892 ink by James Henry Moser, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image shows a black and white lithograph of a sculpture. The sculpture is of a woman sitting on a rock, with her right arm resting on her knee. She is wearing a flowing robe that drapes down to her feet. In the background, there are some indistinct shapes that appear to be other sculptures or architectural elements. The lithograph is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate textures and shading that give the image a sense of depth and volume. The overall effect is one of classical elegance and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the movement of Realism.
